Generally no, we do not recommend tongue and groove glue floating solid flooring. However this can be achieved with great success when you use Elastilon as your installation system. Elastilon Self Adhesive Underlayment is a good option for any flat subfloor. You can use up to 3/4" thick or thinner solid or tongue and groove engineered flooring (works best with 1/2" or thicker). Floating with Elastilon needs to have an expansion break for spans over 33' on it's width, but not length.

Excerpt from our installation instructions;RADIANT HEATEngineered wood and floating floors (floors not attached to the subfloor) are most recommended for radiant heat. However, if you should choose to use solid wood for this application select species with the best stability ratings. Be aware that even species with better dimensional stability characteristics cannot predictably be guaranteed to perform well over radiant heat. Therefore, solid wood applications over radiant in-floor heat is not recommended nor warranted. Because of the wide array of in-floor heating systems on the market each with its own features and limitations please consult with your radiant flooring provider for installation methods and application advice.You can find complete installation instructions on the product page by clicking on the specs tab and then clicking on - Installation Guide.pdfThank you for writing in.

Wood floors like furniture will scratch and dent if not properly protected. It is recommended to use felt furniture pads under the furniture legs. Pet nails should be kept trimmed and sharp objects (including high heels) kept off the floor. Often scratches can be adequately repaired using liquid scratch covers. Dents and nicks can be filled using wood floor repair kits available at your local home store. If your floor is severely damaged please consult a professional about refinishing or an individual board replacement may be all that’s needed. Scuffs can often be removed by rubbing the spot with mineral spirits on a cloth rag. Thank you for your inquiry...

Answered on 9/14/2012 by cc-2

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Does this floor have to be nailed down or can it be glued down or floated?

Naildown- Yes.Glue down-Yes.Floated- Yes.This is a solid 3/4" product designed to be nailed to a wood substrate. But can be installed over concrete using our Elastilon underlayment.What you should know about Elastilon StrongAn Elastilon-backed wood floor is much faster to install than traditional nail or glue-down methods. Elastilon Strong can be installed on new concrete floors, handling up to 3.9% moisture content. A vapour barrier of at least 6 mil PE should be used below grade and on newly poured concrete above grade where the moisture content is above 3.9%. Laid down with a 5/8” (15 mm) expansion gap, Elastilon Strong creates a dynamic, floating floor that expands or contracts naturally with the hardwood. Elastilon Strong has no odor and is free of volatile materials. Elastilon Strong gives cushioned comfort. 1/8” (3 mm) thick Elastilon Strong has ratings of IIC 62 and STC 54. Thermal resistance: R _ 0,15 (m K) / WElastilon Strong carries a 70-year limited warranty. Thank you for your inquiry.

Yes it is. With proper installation and care this flooring will last for years in this application. You can find complete care and installation instructions on the product page by clicking on the specs tab and then clicking on - Installation Guide.pdf Thank you for your question.

Answered on 4/17/2012 by customer care 2

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I want to put this product in my kitchen. How would I install it considering that it can only go so far under the cabinets (from ikea) have no kick plate and I can not get to the wall? How will the floor be stabilized? And if I glue down in kitchen, can I float them in the living area?

This is a product of China.Yes the warranty applies to do it yourself installs.You can find complete installation instructions on the product page by clicking on the specs tab and then clicking on - Installation Guide.pdfThank you for your question.